Gentle Eyes

My faithful friend Liba.

 

Gentle Eyes

O gentle eyes deepest brown

In auburn hue, soft your hair,

Welcome sighs, never a frown

Show loving too, always care.

Upon your face a happy grin

Turn my heart, bend the soul,

By your grace all welcome in

From the start all anger stole.

Without pride, yes you’re true

At home’s door each day-end,

And at my side when I’m blue

It is for sure, I’ll have a friend.

Oh gentle eyes, smiling bright

In each prayer a place for you,

No surprise, you are just right

We are a pair like so very few.

 

Orthan Parmuk quote:

'Dogs do speak but,

only to those who

know how to listen'.

 

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

I really enjoyed this piece Roth, which clearly shows your devotion to Liba. A beauty. Love the pic you have posted. I have Solo, she loves me unconditionally, quite an old lady she is now. I inherited her from my grandson about five years ago. Your stanzas, have the feel good factor, so welcome during the challenging times we find ourselves in. May you have many happy days together with Liba.

Chris

[Roth Jordain]

Hi Chris,
It appears our devotions to Solo and Liba and the love of them sing in a harmony from our souls, such a special gift from your grandson, too -- he must love and trust you very much.
Thank you for loving Liba's picture -- I am certain I will love Solo's equally if I ever see her.
I wish humans could love as unconditionally as our beautiful little friends do, how wonderful life would be I think. I hope I won't offend you Chis that in your words I feel your heart is pure and sweet.

Thank you sincerely for your lovely compliment and good wish for Liba and me -- and mine for you and Solo,
Roth

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your good wishes Roth, for Solo and myself. Kind thoughts from you.

[Kaye]

This is so true, A very lovely write. Love the picture you post with this write.
Nicely and wonderfully penned

[Roth Jordain]

Hi Kaye,
I did not realise how long I have been away until I see your review was 5 months ago, I am sorry to keep you waiting for so long.
I love your lovely words and compliments.

Thank you Kaye,
Roth

[Kelly Scheppers]

Oh, how I loved this! I have three cats, and have longed for a dog for so many years. I am getting ready to move into an apartment back east, but there is a townhome apartment close by that is affiliated with the one I'll be in, which means as soon as an apartment is available there, I can move...it doesn't matter if it's under a year. And the BIG benefit to that is, there is a fenced in yard! I really loved this, Roth. And how much you love, Liba! So nice to meet you both!

[Roth Jordain]

Hi, Kelly,
I sense that your caring nature is that of a wonderful friend to both four-legged and two-legged beings.
I love cats too for their soft affection, playfulness and independence, dogs are more likely to bond and harmonize with humans in more deeply personal and emotional ways of dedication and genuine love. They are truly best friends with the humans they own, and when you move to your new home with the fenced yard I know you the mutt that chooses you and touches your heart will fall completely in love like never before.
Because you love this poem and my love of Liba, I love your review and you Kelly.

Thank you with sincere warmth and a happy heart,
Roth

[Robert Haigh]

A sweet, warm poem, in tribute to your devoted four-legged friend! I enjoyed the read!

[Roth Jordain]

Hi Robert,
I thank you sincerely for reading my second poem in homage to Liba and for enjoying it with kind acknowledgments,
Roth

[Cherrie Palmer]

Well yesterday I reviewed your delightful poem and today I see it did not stick(an old issue of the site).
Your new poem is a great reminder of the joy a pet can bring.

[Roth Jordain]

Hi Cherrie,
It's wonderful to see you again so soon.
I am sorry your first review did not make it through but this one is filled with kindness and true understanding only a gentle heart could bestow.

Thank you sincerely Cherrie for your caring words,
Roth

[Fabian G. Franklin]

What a nice tribute to a furry friend. I like dogs. They generally like me. I had a dog, smart as whip, once. He knew about fifty words of English. He was a strange mix of Chow Chow, Dachshund and who knows what else. He had splayed front feet that were webbed and a tail that curled up on his back. Good memories. I enjoyed your poem.

[Roth Jordain]

Hi again Fabian,
You sound like a congenial and caring companion for a VERY interesting dog. 50 English words, that would something to behold -- in your shared sentiments I feel your good memories. I hope you have a new little friend.
I don't think Liba knows any words but has a good heart and seems to understand simple commands and feelings quite well.

I am inspired Fabian that you enjoyed Liba's poem, thank you sincerely,
Roth

[Dave Brown]

if there is a god they have to be his best ever invention

[Roth Jordain]

Hi Dave,
There must be a god, who or what else could create such a wonderful creature?

Thank you sincerely Dave for reading and reviewing this affectionate poem,
Roth

[Carlos Lorenzo Estrada]

A beautiful homage to those little creatures that give us such unconditional love. I'm reminded of one such companion in my life. A short haired black cat named Janus. His loyalty through difficult times showed me the value of love that they provide. I had found him abandoned as a newborn kitten. His eyes still closed. When I brought him home my grandmother said he probably wouldn't last the night, but with her help we got him through it. And more days followed. I will never forget when he finally opened his eyes to reveal these piercing emerald gems that looked at me as if I were God. Little did I know he would be more savior to me, than I to him. I will always miss my friend. Thank you Roth for this heartfelt tribute to those we love like family.

[Roth Jordain]

Hi Carlos,
I am happy you shared your own wonderful experiences and times spent with Janus, and I thank you sincerely for reading and complimenting my poem of Liba.
I hope you have a new nice little friend to keep you company, I think Janus would not want you to be lonely.

Thank you sincerely again Carlos,
Roth